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Last listed at $579,000, closed on jun 2025

$594,847

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,680/mo

•

2,735

sq ft

5988 Forsythia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

About this home

This Acadian style beauty is nestled in the heart of town in Pollard Estates. Stunning recent updates will take your breath away, especially in both downstairs bathrooms, which have been fully renovated! This four bedroom, 3 full bath, home has great flow, lots of natural light and is filled with charm. A formal foyer greets you when you enter and the living room features a fireplace flanked with stunning new built-ins, which are also found in the bar nook across the room. The kitchen sits between breakfast and dining rooms and boasts a stainless gas range, island, pantry, and more! Find the things you crave here, like spacious rooms, great storage, a rear covered porch overlooking a beautiful back yard, many custom details and a popular location!

Single-familyProperty Type

1988Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

$217Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Ashley Vuci • Compass - Perkins

Bought with Catherine Helm Shows • RE/MAX Professional

Redfin checked: 4 days ago

•Source:GBRMLS #2025007862

Redfin Estimate

$594,847

$16K over list price of $579K

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Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 6.3% lower than the average sale price ($635K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$600,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,808 sq ft
6233 Krista Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$660,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,872 sq ft
1408 Dahlia St, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$835,000
C
4 beds3 baths3,077 sq ft
5537 Springer Ct, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$455,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,746 sq ft
6234 Krista Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$625,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,802 sq ft
6122 Krista Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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$558,618

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$2,181/mo

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Market trends in 70808, LA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

96.0%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$442K

$47K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

127

2 MoM

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Sale history for 5988 Forsythia Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jun 9, 2025

Sold

$579,000

$212/sq ft

GBRMLS #2025007862

Jun 9, 2025

Sold

May 5, 2025

Pending

—

May 2, 2025

Listed

$579,000

$212/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2025007862

Apr 30, 2025

Listed

$579,000

$212/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 11, 2017

Sold

$426,000

$156/sq ft

GBRMLS #2017003328

Apr 10, 2017

Sold

Mar 10, 2017

Pending

—

Mar 9, 2017

Listed

$425,000

$155/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2017003328

Mar 9, 2017

Listed

$425,000

$155/sq ft

GBRMLS #2015000114

Feb 6, 2015

Sold

—

Jan 5, 2015

Listed

$417,000

$152/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR2015000114

Jan 5, 2015

Listed

$417,000

$152/sq ft

GBRMLS #201409700

Jul 9, 2014

Listed

$425,000

$155/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR201409700

Jul 9, 2014

Listed

$425,000

$155/sq ft

GBRMLS #201209015

Aug 24, 2012

Sold

Jun 27, 2012

Listed

$399,999

$146/sq ft

AcadianaMLS #BR201209015

Jun 27, 2012

Listed

$399,999

$146/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 1, 1988

Sold

—

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,222 (+4.7%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2024

$4,990 (−1.7%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2023

$5,075 (−0.2%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2022

$5,087 (+2.3%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2021

$4,970 (+0.7%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2020

$4,937 (−4.3%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2019

$5,159 (+1.3%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2018

$5,096 (+18.3%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2017

$4,306 (+44.8%)

$6,000 + $30,000

$36,000

2016

$2,974 (−29.0%)

$6,000 + $19,500

$25,500

2014

$4,186

$6,000 + $30,000

$36,000

Tax history for 5988 Forsythia Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,222 (+4.7%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2024

$4,990 (−1.7%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2023

$5,075 (−0.2%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2022

$5,087 (+2.3%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2021

$4,970 (+0.7%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2020

$4,937 (−4.3%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2019

$5,159 (+1.3%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2018

$5,096 (+18.3%)

$6,000 + $36,600

$42,600

2017

$4,306 (+44.8%)

$6,000 + $30,000

$36,000

2016

$2,974 (−29.0%)

$6,000 + $19,500

$25,500

2014

$4,186

$6,000 + $30,000

$36,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.36 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,991

Year built

1988

Style

Single Family Residential

County

East Baton Rouge Parish

APN

006-1135-2

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.

Single Family Residential Disrtict

The purpose of A1 is to permit low density single family residential development with a maximum of 4.1 units per acre. Accessory uses normally compatible with surrounding low density residential development may be permitted.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Covered, Concrete

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central

Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features, Crown Molding, High Speed Internet, See Remarks, High Ceilings
Window Features: Screens, Window Treatments
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring: Tile, Wood, Brick, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Lighting
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Covered
Fencing: Wood

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 3653
Construction Materials: Frame, Cement Siding
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier

Property Features
Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Other Equipment: Generator

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
Possible Use: Residential

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size : 16552.8
Lot Size Dimensions: 46 x 54 x 133 x 153 x 152
Lot Size Area: 16,552.8
Lot Size Acres: 0.38

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $150
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $12.50

Schools Information
Elementary School District: East Baton Rouge
Middle Or Junior School District: East Baton Rouge
High School District: East Baton Rouge

Location Information
Directions: Perkins to Pollard Pkwy. Turn left on Dahlia. Home on the right on the corner of Dahlia and Forsythia.
Subdivision Name: Pollard Estates

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,991
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: —
County: East Baton Rouge Parish
APN: 006-1135-2

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: GBRAR

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Westminster Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi

7/10

Glasgow Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

6/10

Tara High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

7/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 71-79% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

8/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

9/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Baton Rouge, LA • 70808

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 5 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$566,000 – $685,000

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Home values near 5988 Forsythia Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5966 Forsythia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2462 Sq. Ft.	$511,502
5945 Forsythia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3311 Sq. Ft.	$617,062

Address	Redfin Estimate
5874 Forsythia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA - Beds \| - Baths \| 2640 Sq. Ft.	$439,837
5944 Forsythia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3325 Sq. Ft.	$466,665

Address	Redfin Estimate
5921 Forsythia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4251 Sq. Ft.	$1,035,200
5932 Forsythia Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2445 Sq. Ft.	$444,342

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